probably Virginia, 19th century, ovoid form crock attributed to Solomon Bell, with arched handles and impressed with the number "3" under rim, decorated with brushed cobalt blue floral designs, and cobalt blue accents at handle terminals, 14 in.; ovoid form crock with arched handles, decorated with brush cobalt blue scrolls, and cobalt blue accents at handle terminals, 13 in. , Provenance: Estate of James Frank Dennis, High Point, North Carolina
Condition
attributed example with small chip to rim; other with large repaired break across form; both with scattered firing flaws and light wear to bases